With so many demands on today’s families and the increased focus on early brain development, families need all the support they can get to nurture the potential of youth. That’s why child care and early learning programs at the Y focus on holistically nurturing child development by providing a safe and healthy place to learn foundational skills, develop healthy, trusting relationships and build self-reliance through the Y values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.
> Y-Kids Before & After School Care
School Age Child Care extends your child’s learning day in a fun and meaningful way! With a focus on character development and healthy living, children experience academic, physical and social activities under the supervision of positive, caring role models.
> Freehold Child Care
Discover a world of education and enrichment! The Freehold YMCA provides safe and secure child care for infants, toddlers, pre-school & pre-K (Ages 3 months to 5 years).
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A leader in childhood obesity prevention, the Y is committed to keeping kids active. Through a partnership with The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, the Healthy U health & physical activity initiative is incorporated in all YMCA of Greater Monmouth County Preschool and School Age programs for youth.
Healthy U is designed to combat childhood obesity by instituting behavioral changes in children using a multi-pronged approach that includes nutrition education, increased physical activity and a family focus. Learn more about the Healthy U program and CATCH (Coordinated Approach To Child Health).
Child Care Event Calendar
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| Veteran’s Resource Fair 11:00 am Veteran’s Resource Fair @ Old Bridge Family YMCA Oct 12 @ 11:00 am – 2:00 pm  Join the Old Bridge Family YMCA at our Veteran’s Resource Fair presented by the VFW! Saturday, October 12 | 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Proof of veteran status and photo ID required for entrance. For more information, email info@ymcanj.org. FREE & OPEN TO VETERAN’S AND THEIR FAMILIES! | ||||||
| Medicare Presentation | Lunch & Learn 12:00 pm Medicare Presentation | Lunch & Learn @ Red Bank Family YMCA Oct 16 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm  Puzzled about Medicare? MEDICARE PRESENTATION | LUNCH & LEARN BY BANKERS LIFE Join insurance agent Leslie Taylor for an informative presentation that will focus on: ›Comparing the different ways Medicare offers coverage ›Your options during the Annual Enrollment Period ›The differences between Medi-Gap and Medicare Advantage ›Understanding prescription plans WED., OCT. 16 | 12-1:30 P.M.[...] | Zumba for Breast Cancer Awareness 9:00 am Zumba for Breast Cancer Awareness @ Freehold Family YMCA Oct 18 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm  PARTY IN PINK! Freehold Family YMCA is hosting a Zumbathon for Breast Cancer Awareness Month WEAR PINK TO SUPPORT THE FIGHT AGAINST BREAST CANCER. FRIDAY • OCT. 18 9 A.M.–12:30 P.M. ZUMBA PARTY with Marnie, Connie and Gurdeep BRING A FRIEND! 10:30 A.M.-12 P.M. | Camp Zehnder | Costume Showcase 2:00 pm Camp Zehnder | Costume Showcase @ Camp Zehnder Oct 19 @ 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm  Join Us for spooktacular outdoor trick or treating fun. Come in costume for spooky photo opportunities,* Halloween games and activities. SATURDAY, OCT. 19 | 2-3 P.M. For more info, contact klittle@ymcanj.org | ||||
| Family Pumpkin Carving | Camp Zehnder 4:00 pm Family Pumpkin Carving | Camp Zehnder @ Camp Zehnder Oct 20 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm  FAMILY PUMPKIN CARVING at CAMP ZEHNDER! Sunday, October 20 | 4 p.m. Enjoy the fun of creating your very own jack-o-latern! We provide the pumpkin, tools, s’mores and Halloween stories around the campfire. Bring your creativity to Camp Zehnder to create a spooktacular pumpkin! Cost is per pumpkin, not per person. 1 Pumpkin Family – $30.00[...] | Nurtured Heart Approach® Workshop 1:00 pm Nurtured Heart Approach® Workshop @ Freehold Family YMCA Oct 23 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm  The Nurtured Heart Approach® (NHA) is a therapeutic method based on positive reinforcement. The goal is to inspire children and adults with challenging behaviors to appreciate interacting using supportive recognition and response. This behavioral inspiration approach differs from a traditional behavior management practice in that it teaches parents, caregivers, and educators to recognize and amplify[...] | Nurtured Heart Approach® Workshop 1:00 pm Nurtured Heart Approach® Workshop @ Freehold Family YMCA Oct 25 @ 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm The Nurtured Heart Approach® (NHA) is a therapeutic method based on positive reinforcement. The goal is to inspire children and adults with challenging behaviors to appreciate interacting using supportive recognition and response. This behavioral inspiration approach differs from a traditional behavior management practice in that it teaches parents, caregivers, and educators to recognize and amplify[...] | ||||
